Taste of Abu Dhabi 2026: 16 restaurants, chefs, tickets and more
Choosing where to eat in Abu Dhabi can be tricky. Taste of Abu Dhabi brings 16 restaurants together in one place, giving visitors the chance to sample dishes from across the city without committing to a full meal. The festival returns for its fourth year from November 13 to 15, 2026, at Gateway Park North, Yas Island, in partnership with BMW Abu Dhabi Motors. Expect tasting-sized dishes,…
The Taste of Abu Dhabi 2026 festival will return for its fourth year from November 13-15, 2026, at Gateway Park North on Yas Island. Organized in partnership with BMW Abu Dhabi Motors, the event brings together 16 restaurants in a single location, allowing visitors to sample a variety of dishes from across the city without committing to a full meal.
Each participating restaurant will serve three to five tasting dishes, giving attendees the opportunity to discover new eateries, revisit favorites, or compare different versions of their go-to dishes. The lineup includes notable names such as Soraya Marcella, Beetza by ERTH, Tanjun by 99, Almayass, Oak Room, Desert Lotus, The Directors Club, Lento Paradiso, Ting Irie, Pincode, Villa Toscana at St. Regis, and The Ramen Bar.
Several lounges will be available for guests aged 21 and over, offering opportunities to pair their culinary experiences with beverages. The 2026 edition of Taste of Abu Dhabi will also feature three celebrity chefs heading the culinary program. Gino D’Acampo, an Italian chef and television personality, will offer his signature Italian cooking; Rachel Allen, an Irish chef and food writer, will share her practical kitchen knowledge; and Thomas Straker, behind the social media hit All Things Butter, will explore the versatility of butter.
Visitors can participate in hands-on workshops with these chefs and enjoy live-fire cooking and barbecue demonstrations at the Keeta FirePit.
The revamped Kids Zone, now called Candy Land, will cater to younger visitors with rides and arts and crafts, ensuring family-friendly fun while parents explore the festival. Children under 12 enter free. A diverse live music lineup will include Emirati soul singer Hamdan Al Abri and Dubai rock band Tone Deaf, providing entertainment across all three days.
Ticket prices start at Dh80 for General Admission, offering one-day festival entry and access to culinary workshops. VIP packages, selling quickly, offer additional perks such as fast-track entry, beverage vouchers, and lounge access. The festival also features Friday Work Social Packages for groups of 10 or more, starting at Dh160 per person, including food, drink vouchers, and VIP Lounge access.
Registration for workshops opens on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under 12 enter free. General Admission tickets can be booked in advance until November 12, or until sold out.
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